HOCKNELL
Hocknell
Hocknell is an English surname of probable Anglo-Saxon origin. The name is believed to have derived from the Old English personal name "Hocca," which means a male bird or fowl, combined with the suffix "nell" which denoted son of Hocca. The surname Hocknell is concentrated in the counties of Northamptonshire and Warwickshire in the Midlands region of England.
The earliest recorded instance of the surname Hocknell dates back to the 16th century in the parish registers of Northamptonshire. Over the centuries, individuals bearing the Hocknell surname have been associated with various occupations such as agricultural labourers, artisans, and traders.
The distribution of the Hocknell surname in the United Kingdom is relatively low, and individuals bearing this name can be found across different regions. The name has also spread to other English-speaking countries through emigration and migration.
Today, individuals with the surname Hocknell continue to carry on the family legacy and contribute to various fields and industries. The history and heritage of the Hocknell surname serve as a reminder of the rich tapestry of British family names and their enduring significance in society.
There are approximately 277 people named Hocknell in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Hocknell.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- David
- Douglas
- Edward
- Hugo
- John
- Michael
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Simon
- Thomas
Female
- Alice
- Catherine
- Claire
- Jean
- Julia
- Julie
- Laura
- Margaret
- Sarah
- Suzanne
Similar and related surnames
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